Recruitment at KPMG Nigeria

KPMG is a global network of independent professional services firm with deep expertise in the provision of audit, tax and advisory services to clients in various industries and sectors of the economy. The Firm is well represented in Nigeria and across the African continent, with the objective of providing exceptional and quality services to multinational, regional and local clients and to enhance the product offerings in certain previously under-serviced markets.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Head of Tax Technical Desk

Location: Nigeria
Level: Senior Manager
Division: Tax Regulatory and People Services (TRPS)
Reports To: Partner & Head of Tax

Job Description

• The Head of Tax Technical Desk will be responsible for driving technical excellence, knowledge management, and advocacy initiatives within the Tax Division.
• The role requires strong technical expertise in Nigerian and international tax laws, as well as excellent writing and research skills, and the ability to deliver impactful training programs.
• The successful candidate will lead the tax technical department; oversee the preparation of newsletters, technical alerts, and publications; coordinate internal and external tax training sessions; and spearhead advocacy initiatives on behalf of the firm, including reviews and recommendations on proposed tax and regulatory policies and legislation.

Key Responsibilities
Technical Research & Advisory:

• Conduct comprehensive research and analysis on Nigerian tax and regulatory policies, legislation, treaties, tax circulars, case laws, and other relevant Acts.
• Provide expert guidance and opinions on complex tax matters to internal teams and clients.
• Monitor local and international tax developments (e.g., OECD, BEPS, Pillars 1 & 2) and assess local implications.

Regulatory Updates, Publications & Thought Leadership:

• Draft, review, and disseminate high-quality newsletters, tax alerts, and technical papers on regulatory updates.
• Develop thought leadership materials to position the firm as an authority on tax and fiscal policy.
• Manage a tax knowledge repository with accessible technical resources and precedents.

Training & Knowledge Management:

• Design, lead, and coordinate weekly, bi-weekly, or monthly technical sessions for TRPS.
• Deliver internal and external training sessions to enhance technical competence across the firm and with clients.
• Develop training materials, case studies, and knowledge-sharing tools for continuous professional development.

Advocacy & Policy Engagement:

• Lead the firm’s advocacy initiatives with regulators, legislators, and industry groups.
• Review draft tax laws, regulations, and policy papers, and prepare position papers on behalf of the firm.
• Represent the firm at technical committees, consultations, and professional body engagements (e.g., CITN, ICAN, NESG).
• Work closely with the Partner & Head of Tax to anticipate and address potential regulatory challenges.

Qualifications and Experience

• Minimum of Second Class (upper division) Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited university.
• Professional qualification: ACA, ACCA, CITN, or equivalent.
• Minimum of 11 years’ tax experience, with at least 5 years in a tax technical, knowledge management, or training-focused role.
• Proven experience in:
  • Writing technical newsletters, alerts, or articles.
  • Designing and delivering training programs (internal and external).
  • Engaging in tax advocacy or policy review initiatives.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Strong people management and development skills.
  • Excellent facilitation and presentation skills.
  • Excellent analytical, research, and problem-solving skills.
  • High attention to detail and commitment to quality.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

Job Title: Human Resources Operations Lead

Location: Nigeria

Responsibilities
Compensation & Performance Management:

• Work with the practice to articulate a strategy for effectively implementing the dialogue process to meet our peculiar local needs.
• Constantly liaise with the regional office to keep abreast of updates/upgrades to dialogue and effectively communicate same to the rest of the business.
• Oversee the compensation and benefits function of the firm.
• Conduct periodic dialogue trainings and provide regular updates and resources to Performance Managers and staff.
• Communicate the PM calendar; and follow-up with relevant practice dialogue champions to ensure adherence to agreed timelines
• Proactively monitor and report dialogue compliance and advice the business on ways to drive and improve dialogue compliance.
• Represent HR at performance evaluation meetings for Managers; and work closely with the recruitment and business support officers to ensure developmental points from other meetings are effectively captured and implemented.
• Work closely with the practice to ensure that recommendations/action points agreed at evaluation meetings are implemented
• Liaise with the training/learning & development team to develop customised training plans for staff with special needs.
• Develop, implement and monitor the coaching and mentoring framework for the firm:
• Recommend an overall framework for the coaching and mentoring system
• Develop implementation options for the coaching and mentoring system
• Monitor the system; assess and recommend improvement opportunities
• Serve as resource person on the firm’s performance and career management process; and respond to queries and questions.
• Participate in career fairs and; counsel and guide staff on career moves

Operations Management:

• Manage and administer HR systems and databases (HRIS) to ensure data accuracy, integrity, and compliance.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for employee inquiries related to HR policies, procedures, and systems, providing timely and accurate support.
• Oversee the management of employee benefits programs, including enrollment, changes, and vendor relationships.
• Generate and analyze HR reports and metrics to identify trends, support decision-making, and measure the effectiveness of HR initiatives.
• Support the development and implementation of HR policies and procedures.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and implement solutions to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
• Manage relationships with external HR vendors and service providers.

Requirements

• Minimum of 8 years cognate experience in a similar role.
• Good knowledge and understanding of leading practices in performance and career management.
• In depth knowledge and understanding of payroll operations.
• Advanced knowledge of the KPMG performance management process and system
• Good understanding of KPMG’s operations and business.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Good supervisory, coaching, mentoring and people management skills.
• Good networking, teaming and relationship management skills.
• Good people management and customer service skills.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

Job Title: Manager, Tax

Location: Nigeria

Responsibilities

• Assist clients to evaluate their tax positions and provide quality advice based on extant provisions of the tax laws, relevant regulations and KPMG’s responsible tax practice code.
• Simultaneously manage multiple projects involving diverse tax issues.
• Review the business structures of companies, including multinational companies to identify tax and operational inefficiencies in the processes and provide tax planning opportunities as applicable.
• Provide tailored tax advice that addresses the peculiarities of each client’s needs.
• Drive business development efforts and the Firm’s strategic initiatives.
• Build and manage relationship with clients.
• Build and maintain sound relationship with relevant tax authorities and regulators at the management level.
• Drive innovation and continuous improvement in job delivery and overall client service delivery.
• Supervise, coach and develop younger team members.

Qualifications

• Minimum of Second Class (Upper Division) Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited university in any discipline.
• About 7-10 years of relevant tax consulting experience in any of these industries/areas – CIM, FSI, ENR, M&A, transfer pricing. Tax experience with any of the Big 4 firms will be added advantage.
• Member of Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria.
• Excellent business development, financial, analytical, and accounting skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Appetite for learning new skills in a challenging and supportive environment.
• Strong commercial awareness and project management skills.
• Client-focused, result-driven orientation and business savvy.
• Demonstrated experience interacting with clients at very senior levels.
• Excellent facilitation and presentation skills.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online